Hyacinths are a popular choice for growing in pots indoors for a burst of colour and fragrance in spring. But they are equally valuable as outdoor plants, planted in autumn as with other spring-flowering bulbs.

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Hyacinthus orientalis ‘Woodstock’ produces attractive dark, maroon-purple blooms throughout late March and early April. It has a rich fragrance. It looks particularly good planted in the spring border where it combines well with spring-flowering primulas and pulmonarias.

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Hyacinth bulbs can irritate the skin, so wear gloves when handling them.

How to grow Hyacinthus 'Woodstock'

Plant size

30cm height

15cm spread

Aspect

South facing, west facing

Position in border

Front

Sun exposure:
Full sun, dappled shade, partial shade

Hardiness:
Hardy

Soil type:
Well drained / light / sandy / clay / heavy / moist

Plant calendar

A table displaying which months are best to sow, plant and harvest.

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Plant

Plant

J

Do not Plant in January

F

Do not Plant in February

M

Do not Plant in March

A

Do not Plant in April

M

Do not Plant in May

J

Do not Plant in June

J

Do not Plant in July

A

Do not Plant in August

S

Do Plant in September

O

Do Plant in October

N

Do Plant in November

D

Do not Plant in December

Flowers

Flowers

J

Plant does not flower in January

F

Plant does not flower in February

M

Plant does flower in March

A

Plant does flower in April

M

Plant does not flower in May

J

Plant does not flower in June

J

Plant does not flower in July

A

Plant does not flower in August

S

Plant does not flower in September

O

Plant does not flower in October

N

Plant does not flower in November

D

Plant does not flower in December

Hyacinthus 'Woodstock' and wildlife

Hyacinthus 'Woodstock' is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.